1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | B2500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |